Supreme Court Criticizes West Bengal Government on Doctor Case

The Supreme Court of India has criticized the West Bengal government and Kolkata police for their handling of the rape and murder case of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College, highlighting a 14-hour delay in registering the FIR and questioning the integrity of the investigation. The court has ordered the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to conduct a polygraph test on the accused and mandated the establishment of a National Task Force to propose measures for protecting medical professionals from violence. Additionally, the court reprimanded police for their failure to prevent a mob attack on the hospital, which led to the intimidation of doctors, particularly female staff. The Chief Justice expressed grave concerns over the dissemination of the victim's identity and disturbing images prior to police arrival, indicating a need for accountability and transparency in the investigation. The court has directed the deployment of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) to ensure safety at the hospital as nationwide protests continue among the medical community. This case has drawn widespread attention and condemnation, prompting protests from doctors across the country demanding justice and safety in their workplaces.